Child Marriage in India | Causes, Laws, Consequences & Solutions | UPSC Current Affairs#society

Why does child marriage continue in India despite legal protections? In this UPSC Breakthrough explainer, we examine child marriage as a social, legal and developmental challenge. Learn about its causes, consequences, constitutional context, relevant legislation and practical solutions. 🎯 EXAM RELEVANCE UPSC GS Paper 1: Indian Society and social empowerment UPSC GS Paper 2: Vulnerable sections, health and education UPSC Prelims: PCMA, POCSO, Fundamental Rights and DPSPs Essay: Gender equality, human development and social justice 📌 IMPORTANT LAWS • Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 • Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 • Constitution of India: Articles 14, 15(3), 21, 21A and 39(f) 📖 OFFICIAL READING India Code — Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006: https://www.indiacode.nic.in/ National Family Health Survey: https://www.nfhsiips.in/ Use the latest official statistics and statutory text for exam preparation. Subscribe to UPSC Breakthrough for UPSC current affairs, polity, social issues, Prelims MCQs and Mains answer-writing practice.